Portland Timbers II vs Houston Dynamo FC II Prediction: Preview and Betting Tips

Portland Timbers II welcome the runaway leaders Houston Dynamo FC II to Providence Park on 24 May 2026 in a standout MLS Next Pro Group Stage clash. The match in Portland, Oregon pits the Pacific Division leaders against the dominant force from the Frontier Division, with both sides flying high in their respective conference tables.

Portland Timbers II sit on 20 points from 10 matches, top of the Pacific Division and fourth in the Eastern Conference play-off positions. They have been effective but inconsistent, with six wins and four defeats, and a modest goal difference of +2. For the hosts, this is a chance to test themselves against the league’s benchmark and to reinforce their MLS Next Pro play-off credentials.

Houston Dynamo FC II arrive in imperious form. They have taken a perfect 28 points from 10 games, winning every league fixture so far with a staggering goal difference of +20. Top of the Frontier Division and also first in the Eastern Conference standings, Houston are setting the standard both in results and underlying numbers. This meeting between Portland Timbers II and Houston Dynamo FC II shapes as one of the key MLS Next Pro fixtures of the round, and will attract plenty of attention from fans and bettors looking for value in MLS Next Pro predictions and betting tips.

Portland Timbers II vs Houston Dynamo FC II Key Stats

• Portland Timbers II have 20 points from 10 matches (6 wins, 4 losses), scoring 14 and conceding 12 in league play.
• Houston Dynamo FC II thrashed Portland Timbers II 5-0 at SaberCats Stadium in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 15 March 2026.
• Houston Dynamo FC II average 2.7 goals scored per game and just 0.5 conceded across 10 league fixtures, with 5 clean sheets.

Portland Timbers II vs Houston Dynamo FC II — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 4 vs 1 (Eastern Conference)
• Points: 20 vs 28
• Goals For: 14 vs 25
• Goals Against: 12 vs 5
• Clean Sheets: Portland Timbers II 4; Houston Dynamo FC II 5

Season records underline how strong both sides have been, but also highlight the gap Houston Dynamo FC II have opened up. Portland Timbers II’s 14 goals in 10 matches and a +2 goal difference are solid for a play-off contender, yet they are facing a side that has scored 25 and conceded only 5 in the same number of games. Houston’s perfect 10-win record and +20 goal difference set them apart from the rest of MLS Next Pro.

Portland’s league form string of “WWLWL” shows a pattern of alternating wins and defeats, reflecting a team that can be explosive but is still prone to lapses. Houston, by contrast, carry a flawless “WWWWW” in the conference table and an extended “WWWWWWWWWW” run in the wider league statistics. The visitors combine a prolific attack with the league’s most miserly defence, making this a major test of Portland’s credentials at Providence Park.

Portland Timbers II vs Houston Dynamo FC II Key Matchups

Colin Griffith vs Houston Dynamo FC II Back Line

With limited individual attacking data available, Colin Griffith stands out as the key reference point for Portland Timbers II. The 21-year-old attacker appears across the top scorers, top assists, and disciplinary charts for MLS Next Pro, having made 1 appearance as a forward. While he is yet to register a goal or an assist in the available stats, his dual presence in both scoring and creativity lists underlines his importance in the Timbers II setup.

He will be up against a Houston Dynamo FC II defence that has conceded only 5 goals in 10 league matches and kept 5 clean sheets. Houston’s defensive unit has been near-impenetrable, allowing just 0.5 goals per game overall and 0.0 at home, with only 5 conceded away. If Portland are to trouble the visitors, Griffith’s movement and finishing will have to find a way through a back line that has so far combined strong organisation with the ability to shut games down once in front.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

Recent head-to-head history between Portland Timbers II and Houston Dynamo FC II has been competitive, with both sides enjoying notable wins. Houston have produced some heavy home victories, while Portland have edged tight contests in Oregon, including a penalty shootout success.

• 15 March 2026: Houston Dynamo FC II 5-0 Portland Timbers II (MLS Next Pro Group Stage)
• 22 September 2025: Houston Dynamo FC II 3-1 Portland Timbers II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37)
• 1 June 2024: Portland Timbers II 1-1 Houston Dynamo FC II (Portland Timbers II won 4-3 on penalties) (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 15)
• 11 September 2023: Portland Timbers II 1-3 Houston Dynamo FC II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 36)
• 16 June 2023: Houston Dynamo FC II 1-2 Portland Timbers II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 18)

Portland Timbers II vs Houston Dynamo FC II Prediction

All indicators point to Houston Dynamo FC II entering this match as favourites, even away from home. Their 10-game winning streak, 2.7 goals scored per match, and only 0.5 conceded underpin a dominant campaign. The comparison metrics back this up: Houston lead in overall strength (67.0% vs 33.2%), defensive rating (67% vs 33%), and goals output (72% vs 28%).

Portland Timbers II are far from outmatched, particularly at Providence Park, where they have won three of six league fixtures and average 1.7 goals for and 1.7 against. They also boast 4 clean sheets across the season and have shown they can raise their level at home, as seen in their penalty shootout victory over Houston on 1 June 2024 after a 1-1 draw. However, Houston’s recent 5-0 and 3-1 home wins in this fixture, combined with their “Win or draw” edge in the prediction advice and a 45%–45% split between away win and draw, suggest the visitors should at least avoid defeat.

Predicted Score: Portland Timbers II 1-2 Houston Dynamo FC II

Portland Timbers II League Form

WWLWL

Houston Dynamo FC II League Form

WWWWW

Portland Timbers II Possible Starting Lineup

M. Deisenhofer; B. Alex, C. Ferguson, Charles Ondo, C. Tommy; C. Cruthers, V. Enriquez, Lucas Fernandez-Kim, M. Kissel; Colin Griffith, Andrew Guerra.

Portland Timbers II have a youthful and flexible squad, with multiple options in each line. In goal, M. Deisenhofer is one of three listed keepers and could start behind a back line featuring B. Alex, C. Ferguson and Charles Ondo. The midfield group is deep, with players such as C. Cruthers, V. Enriquez and Lucas Fernandez-Kim offering energy and balance, while M. Kissel can provide experience in the centre. Up front, the presence of Colin Griffith and Andrew Guerra gives Portland attacking focal points, supported by a cluster of young forwards like B. Barjolo and Daniel Xavier Cervantes Michel if they opt for more width or pace.

Houston Dynamo FC II Possible Starting Lineup

Pedro; Felipe Andrade, Reese Miller, N. Betancourt, Vinicius Silva; D. Gonzalez, Gustavo Dohmann, G. Rivera, T. Wiesner; Arthur Sousa, Austin Brummett.

Houston Dynamo FC II’s squad is well-stocked across the pitch, reflecting their unbeaten run. Pedro is one of three goalkeeping options, while defenders such as Felipe Andrade, Reese Miller and N. Betancourt anchor a back line that has allowed only 5 goals in 10 games. In midfield, D. Gonzalez, Gustavo Dohmann and G. Rivera can control tempo and link play to a potent attack. Up front, options like Arthur Sousa and Austin Brummett headline a deep pool of attackers, supported by A. Aparecido Martins Ferreira, J. Bell and others, giving Houston the flexibility to rotate without sacrificing quality.

Portland Timbers II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Houston Dynamo FC II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Portland Timbers II:

• None reported.

Houston Dynamo FC II:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Portland Timbers II vs Houston Dynamo FC II

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Back Houston Dynamo FC II on the double chance (draw or away win). The prediction advice explicitly points to “Double chance : draw or Houston Dynamo FC II”, with the away side given a 45% win probability and 45% for the draw versus just 10% for a home victory. Houston’s perfect 10–0–0 record and “WWWWWWWWWW” league form strongly support a result in their favour.
• Goals Tip: Consider a bet on over 1.5 total goals. Houston average 2.7 goals scored per game and Portland’s matches see an average of 1.5 goals scored and 1.5 conceded. Houston’s last five league games feature 12 goals for and 4 against (2.4 for, 0.8 against on average), and recent H2H meetings include scorelines of 5-0, 3-1 and 3-1, indicating a strong chance of at least two goals being scored.
• Value Tip: Look at Houston Dynamo FC II to score at least twice. They have scored 27 goals in 10 matches, with away scoring at 2.3 per game and a biggest away win of 4-1. Portland concede 1.5 goals per match on average and have already shipped 5 and 3 goals in their last two trips to Houston. Given Houston’s attacking metrics and the comparison edge in goals (72% vs 28%), backing the visitors’ goal line offers potential value.

How to Watch Portland Timbers II vs Houston Dynamo FC II

Broadcast coverage varies by region. General guide:

• Spain: Movistar LaLiga
• UK: Premier Sports
• Australia: beIN Sports
• India: FanCode
• MENA: beIN Sports
• South America: ESPN / Disney+
• Africa: SuperSport

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